Are Franchises Worth It?

Posted by jondyer under Franchises
From http://dyernews.com 3087 days ago
Made Hot by: marketingvalue on June 19, 2016 11:41 am

There are a number of ways to start a business and franchising is just one option. While some entrpreneurs may find it helpful to have the support of a larger brand behind them, others may be frustrated by the lack of freedom. This begs the question — is being a franchise owner right for you?

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Written by lyceum
3076 days ago

Jon: Yes, it is! :)

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Written by lyceum
3079 days ago

Jon: I belong to the supporters of the franchising industry, but I am an individualist and solopreneur, so I think I would have a hard time to fit a regular big brand franchise concept. I am involved in a business hybrid that has elements of franchising (use of a specific concept, brand name) and direct selling (as an independent distributor of the this specific company).

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Written by jondyer
3076 days ago

Oh interesting. Sounds like a good model.

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Written by lyceum
3082 days ago

Jon: You are right about that. Do you have a favorite franchise company?

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Written by jondyer
3080 days ago

I don't actually — I think I'm in the camp of people who wouldn't really enjoy it.

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Written by lyceum
3084 days ago

Jon: I think so, depending on the type of franchise,